Mayra Prada Rincon
Germantown,MD
Summary
Motivated Kitchen Hand with strong understanding of food safety measures, consistently delivering reliable support in high-volume environments. Demonstrated commitment to exceptional service through efficient handling of customer orders and maintaining store cleanliness. Recognized for dependability, punctuality, and strong interpersonal skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Kitchen assistand
Simply Fresh Events
Gaithersburg, Maryland
04.2019 - Current
- Prepared ingredients for catering events, ensuring quality and freshness.
- Assisted chefs in food preparation, following safety and hygiene standards.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen area, including tools and equipment.
- Designed and assembled visually appealing tables for catering events to enhance guest experience.
- Served as a tasting chef, curating and presenting dishes for client tasting
Kitchen Prep Cook
Key Ingredients Catering
Gaithersburg, Maryland
03.2018 - 02.2019
- Prepared ingredients for catered events and menu items to ensure quality and consistency.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace and equipment.
- Assisted chefs in cooking processes to facilitate timely meal service during peak hours.
- Collaborated with team members during busy service hours to enhance kitchen efficiency.
Education
Degree in Gastronomy
Politecnico Internacional Colombiano
Colombia 06.2009 - 12.2012
Skills
- Certified Maryland food handler
- Food storage safety
- Accurate ingredient measurement and recipe adherence
- Cooking techniques
- Proficient in cutting and slicing
- Dish presentation
- Dish garnishing
- Chef assistance
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- Strong team collaboration skills
Timeline
Kitchen assistand
Simply Fresh Events
04.2019 - Current
Kitchen Prep Cook
Key Ingredients Catering
03.2018 - 02.2019
Degree in Gastronomy
Politecnico Internacional Colombiano
06.2009 - 12.2012